Supply Chain Shaman

AUGUST 12, 2013

Today, I finished up a report on supply chain talent. After doing the analysis of the results, I even more firmly believe that supply chain talent is the missing link in the supply chain. As a result, mid-management supply chain talent is getting short shrift. It is large. It is increasing.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The Green Corridor: Full Circle – The Promise and Struggles of the Circular Economy and Green Supply Chains. This is my mantra for building green supply chains. A study by the University of Michigan in 2018 showed how a patty of plant-based Beyond meat compared to a regular US beef patty of meat.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Brad is the Founder of JBF Consulting , a supply chain execution strategy and systems integrator to logistics-intensive companies of every size and any industry. Brad is a highly recognized senior supply chain leader with over 23 years of managing, designing, and implementing freight transport technology.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Ryan is the Vice President, Industry and Growth, at Metafora , the leading business consulting and software development firm that exclusively serves the Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain space. Ryan earned a degree in History from the University of South Florida and then a Law degree from Michigan State University.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JUNE 29, 2014

It was held at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. On Wednesday, the theatre at the Michigan League was bursting at the seams to hold over 500 attendees. The attendees were sitting on the edge of their seats to hear about the next release of Llamasoft software. Today, supply chain design has become a process all to its own.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

As an analyst in the battered supply chain software market for a decade, it is fun to watch you grow. Clients buy your software because you make it real. For those who are new to reading the Supply Chain Shaman blog, let me begin my analysis with a disclaimer.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 12, 2016

Supply chain management books that are praised by supply chain executives, consultants and supply chain management professionals at all levels. Background In dynamic supply chain management environment, people have to make the quick and decisive actions against various issues.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 17, 2023

Ron has also played a key role in the success of FourKites, a logistics technology company. Ron holds a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and a master’s degree from Eastern Michigan University. Walton Supply Chain College. Tusk save Shippers 40% or more on small parcel shipping.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 1, 2022

Mario Paluzzi is Chief Technology Officer of Reliance Partners , a top ranked commercial insurance agency specializing in Logistics and Transportation. Paluzzi spent 10 years at Coyote Logistics overseeing technology product strategy and delivery before joining Logistics Dynamics as Chief Information Officer. About Mario Paluzzi.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Ryan is the Vice President, Industry and Growth at Metafora , previously “CarrierDirect”, which is the leading business consulting and software development firm that exclusively serves the Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain space. About Ryan Schreiber. Ryan was born and raised in Tampa Florida. Welcome to Metafora.

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Logility

JUNE 28, 2022

With Starboard’s Digital Twin Technology, Logility Clients Can Better Answer “What if” Scenarios and Optimize Supply Chain Networks to Overcome Disruptions and Drive Growth. a Traverse City, Michigan based innovator of supply chain network design software. ATLANTA (June 28, 2022) – Logility, Inc.,

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

Based in Detroit, she has spent over 25 years in the logistics industry, including working with clients on complex and impactful solutions to transform organizations, processes and technology. Our 569,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Jacob Mcleod , Graduate of University of Michigan, began a logistics career at Con-way Multimodal learning the industry from the floor. Took an opportunity with Ryder to help build their brokerage group learning different facets of freight management and supply chain optimization. About Jacob Mcleod.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 11, 2021

Logistics and Supply Chain – 1940 to 2040 with Jason Miller. Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss logistics and supply chain, 1940 – 2040. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Joe is Founder and CEO of The Logistics of Logistics , a media property that provides valuable insights from logistics and supply chain leaders on various topics related to the industry, such as innovation, technology, trends, and the future of freight. As COO, Joe ran a 3PL focused on LTL and truckload shipping.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2022

We’ve all been talking about the looming supply chain talent shortage for quite some time. The supply chain’s little-known weakest link: railroad workers. Nations aim to secure supply chains with “friend-shoring”. Orca AI is a developer of safety software platforms designed specifically for maritime vessels.

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Logility

JULY 25, 2019

At that point in my life I probably had only heard the term “logistics” as related to the military and the term “supply chain management” hadn’t been coined yet. Again, logistics or supply chain management wasn’t part of my vocabulary or part of a long-term career plan. So off I went to Michigan State.

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RFgen

MARCH 10, 2025

Supply chain disruptions have become all too common. The problem lies in effectively balancing inventory across the supply chain. This critical aspect of optimization is often overshadowed by flashier supply chain trends. When demand surges, inventory needs to rise, and vice-versa.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

Supply Chain Basics with Jason Miller. Jason Miller and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain basics. Jason is a professor of supply chain at Michigan State University, which is ranked as one of the top supply chain schools in the world. Key Takeaways – Supply Chain Basics.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 19, 2025

We conclude that different types of loans may help e-commerce supply chains. Grown from the concept of the e-commerce supply chain – end-to-end process from product sourcing through delivery, it has become the determining factor in a business advantage. Here, we get another central point, the capital.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

He was also a systems developer and architect at Deloitte Consulting, where his team developed and implemented enterprise software for multiple clients. Their Integrated Supply Chain Solutions combine Ruan’s non-asset and asset-based capabilities with optimal technology. Ruan Transportation LinkedIn. Ruan Transportation.

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RFgen

JANUARY 21, 2025

The global supply chain is transforming rapidly. Rapid technological advancements offer opportunities but require constant adaptation. Therefore, traditional supply chain management is no longer enough; businesses must embrace new strategies to thrive. Inventories are down.

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TransAudit

MARCH 25, 2025

This trend, known as reshoring , is driving the emergence of regionalized freight networks , optimizing supply chains for efficiency, cost savings, and resilience. The Shift to Reshoring: Why Its Happening Economic and Geopolitical Drivers Trade Tensions and Tariffs Global trade policies continue to reshape supply chains, with U.S.-China

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Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Here’s the supply chain conferences we love and will be attending. Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference. Kinaxis is pleased to be a Premier Sponsor and participate in panel discussion of the 2014 EMEA Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference. Supply Chain Insights Global Summit.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 17, 2018

The Hackett Group provides a useful visual for describing the maturity stages that supply chain is moving through as the industry strives to leverage data and advanced analytics. Supply Chain Analytics Maturity Model (Source: Hackett Group). Supply chain leaders are wanting their organizations to be data-driven.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2022

Steve has 20+ years of experience as a Program Manager/Design Lead/Project Manager implementing both Microsoft Dynamics AX / Dynamics 365 as well as tier I and tier II warehouse management and transportation software solutions. He attended Michigan State University where he received his bachelor of science in chemical engineering.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 5, 2021

The CPG Supply Chain with Mike Neme. Joe Lynch and Mike Neme discuss the CPG supply chain and Mike’s approach to winning and managing business with emerging consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies. Mike earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Communications from Central Michigan University. Globaltranz.

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QAD

MARCH 26, 2020

One October, when I was about 10 years old, my family and I traveled from the east coast of the United States to Michigan for a relative’s wedding. My mother, a Michigan native, told me that those were sugar beets and that they were used to make sugar. IoT and Advanced Technologies. Improve Finished Product Forecasting.

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Kinaxis

AUGUST 11, 2017

by Melissa Clow This guest post comes to us from Jim Fulcher , Blogger on the Supply Chain Expert Community. jointly develop technologies for electric vehicles, jointly develop connected-car technology, collaborate on advanced safety technologies, and expand complementary products. billion U.S.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

If you are a regular reader of the Cerasis blog, you know our goal is to educate and inform those in the manufacturing, supply chain, distribution, logistics, and transportation space with best practices, trends, and industry news so that we can create a community of people. 20 Manufacturing Blogs You Need to Be Reading.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 7, 2016

Supply chain optimization is a widespread term, but did you know that an optimized supply chain is not necessarily a resilient one? Seventy-four percent of businesses experienced at least one supply chain disruption in last 12 months, and 38 percent reported a loss in revenue¹.

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QAD

MARCH 4, 2025

Updated: February 4, 2025 According to Michigan State University , demand planning is a supply chain management process of forecasting, or predicting, the demand for products to ensure they can be delivered and satisfy customers. Should demand planning be placed under supply chain management, sales, or finance?

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Brad is the Founder of JBF Consulting , which specialize in freight technology – strategy, system integration, implementation and deployment. Brad is a highly recognized senior supply chain leader with over 23 years of managing, designing, and implementing freight transport technology. About Brad Forester.

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QAD

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Transportation, scheduling and on-time delivery are important for any manufacturer and inventory manager to keep manufacturing and supply chain businesses running smoothly. Unforeseen disruption can cause unexpected delays, but there are many operations in the manufacturing industry that can be streamlined through automation.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 18, 2015

There are hundreds or thousands of “what-if” questions for businesses to answer in order to build a sustainable, efficient, responsive supply chain. The data required to answer them is in numerous software applications and can take months to gather and cleanse. Four Components of a Smart Supply Chain Modeling Platform.

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented global supply chain disruptions, impacting the flow of parts and finished goods around the world. The disruption caused by COVID-19 is unique in that it impacted supply chains across all industries.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2021

Ryan earned a degree in History from the University of South Florida and then a Law degree from Michigan State University. In Ryan’s experience great technology is important but finding and keeping the right people is the key to success in the 3PL business. Ryan Schreiber is the Director of Engagement at CarrierDirect in Chicago.

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